Types of Accidents at Work
There are a wide range of accidents at work, and the most common types largely depend on the environment in which you work in. Construction site workers are the most susceptible to accidents at work due to the hazardous nature of the job. However, if you work in say an office, there are still hazards that your employer needs to manage or you could well have an accident e.g. slipping on a wet floor, tripping over a raised tile and much more. Featured below are a few situations which could result in an accident at work:
- Being made to use unsuitable or damaged equipment
- An unsafe system of work or dangerous working practices
- Contact with hazardous materials
- Poor Health & Safety standards
- Insufficient training in the use of equipment
If you are involved in any of the above situations and have an accident as a result, you could have valid grounds to make an accident at work claim. If you decide that you would like to make an accident at work claim then it is recommended that you obtain the services of a personal injury solicitor to manage the case for you.
What to do if you have an Accident at Work
If you have an accident at work, there are a number of things that you need to remember to do if you are in a fit state to do so:
- Look for witnesses
- Take photos of the scene
- Fill in the accident book
- Inform the management
- Seek medical advice
All of the above will act as evidence in your injury claim and ensure that the incident is properly recorded. Once you have gathered all of the evidence to support your case, a personal injury solicitor can then initiate the injury claims process. The first step of which is to make contact with your employer and notify them of your intention to claim and how much compensation you are looking for. If they accept fault, an agreeable compensation amount will then be negotiated. However, if the claim is rejected, the case will then go to court and be settled by an independent judge. If possible, you always want to avoid going to court as it often involves hefty legal fees and as a knock on effect, a great risk if you lose.
